Embakasi East is a sub-county located in the eastern part of Nairobi County. It was established in 2010 under Kenya’s devolved governance system and came into effect in 2013 when the general elections were held. The Sub-County covers known areas in Nairobi, such as Embakasi, Kayole, Ruai, and more, all identified easily using a Postal Code System. The main postal code for Embakasi East Sub-County headquarters is 00521. In contrast, the complete postal code range for the area spans 00500–00521, covering key zones like Enterprise Road (00500), Ruai (00520), and Embakasi Village (00521).
Embakasi East at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 2010 |
| Parent County | Nairobi County |
| Geographic Location | Eastern Nairobi, adjacent to JKIA |
| Total Area (sq km) | 64.70 |
| Population (Latest Census) | ~500,000 (2019 estimate) |
| Main Economic Activities | Trade, Manufacturing, Transport Services |
| Number of Wards | 5 |
| Number of Constituencies | 1 (Embakasi East Constituency) |
Administrative Structure
Embakasi East Sub-County operates under Nairobi County’s devolved governance framework, led by a County Executive Committee (CEC) member appointed by the Governor. It collaborates with the county government on infrastructure, health, and education while managing local services through ward administrators.
Key offices include the Sub-County Administrator’s Office, which oversees day-to-day operations, and the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) office, which allocates resources for community projects. The current Member of Parliament (MP) for Embakasi East Constituency is Babu Owino, elected in 2022.
| Administrative Unit Type | Name of Unit |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Embakasi East |
| Wards | Upper Savannah Lower Savannah Embakasi Utawala Mihango |
Complete Embakasi East Postal Code List
The Embakasi East has postal codes starting mostly with 005, which signals the eastern location of Nairobi County. Below are all the Postal Numbers:
| Ward/Town/Area | Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Embakasi HQ | 00521 | Main Post Office |
| Ruai | 00520 | Sub-Post Office |
| Kayole North | 00518 | Postal Agency |
| Kware | 00519 | Postal Agency |
| Utawala | Awaiting Official Assignment | — |
| Mihang’o | Awaiting Official Assignment | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the postal code for Embakasi East?
00521
What is my postal code in Nairobi?
Nairobi has different postal codes because of the Vast regions the city covers. However, in General, 00100 is the postal code representing the Nairobi GPO.
What is the postal code 00501 in Kenya?
Embakasi
Is Utawala in Embakasi East?
Yes Utawala is a ward is indeed in Embakasi East Constituency